All Posts Tagged With: "Marches of Dissent"
Russian Opposition Joins May Day Festivities
An opposition demonstration in St. Petersburg has ended with a celebratory rally and rock-concert.
May 1, 2008 | ContinuedInstigators Try to Sabotage Opposition March in Russia
In an apparent attempt to undermine both the Russian opposition and the gay rights movement, unknown provocateurs are reportedly paying students to pose as gay activists during an opposition demonstration.
May 1, 2008 | ContinuedRock Singer Assaulted in St. Petersburg
Andrei Vasilyev, the front-man of a local rock group, was attacked in what he believes was a retaliation for his role in the Russian opposition.
Apr 27, 2008 | ContinuedMarch of Dissent Scheduled for May 6th in Moscow
The Other Russia coalition will stage an opposition demonstration, known as a March of Dissent, on May 6th in Moscow. Around 2000 demonstrators are expected.
Apr 23, 2008 | ContinuedRock Musicians Barred from Russian Television
Two rock musicians have been shuttered from Russian national television in a move that may be connected with the singers’ political leanings.
Apr 22, 2008 | ContinuedRussian Opposition Will Protest Before Medvedev Inauguration
Leaders of the Other Russia opposition coalition announced plans for Marches of Dissent in early May, and commented on the importance of a National Assembly to serve as an alternate parliament and give voice to shut-out political groups.
Mar 20, 2008 | ContinuedOpposition Activist Covertly Imprisoned for 4 Months
Taras Yushchenko, an activist of the United Civil Front party who disappeared shortly before the November 2007 Marches of Dissent, was held for four months in a pre-trial detention facility.
Mar 18, 2008 | ContinuedEU Parliament Condemns Kremlin’s Strong-Arm Politics
The European Parliament has enacted a new resolution on Russia which deplores the strong-arm politics of the Kremlin, and deplores problems with the March 2nd presidential election.
Mar 17, 2008 | ContinuedThousands March in Moscow and St. Petersburg
Protesters took to the streets across Russia to speak out their discontent with Russia’s current political landscape. Dozens of activists and several prominent opposition leaders were arrested.
Mar 4, 2008 | ContinuedMarches of Dissent Scheduled for March 3rd (Details)
The Other Russia Coalition will lead opposition demonstrations across Russia on March 3rd, the day after Russia’s presidential election. Up-to-date locations and details.
Feb 29, 2008 | Continued